Influence of Historic Documents on U.S. Government

What historic document limited the power of the King resulting in the idea of constitutional limits to the power of the central government, including due process, jury trials, prohibitions on cruel punishment, and rule of law?

• Magna Carta (1215)

• English Bill of Rights

• Mayflower Compact

• Federalist Papers

Which historic document listed individual rights and became a model for the Bill of Rights in the U.S. Constitution?

• Magna Carta (1215)

• English Bill of Rights

• Mayflower Compact

• Federalist Papers

Which historic document written by the Pilgrims in 1620, established the idea of self-government and majority rule?

• Magna Carta (1215)

• English Bill of Rights

• Mayflower Compact

• Federalist Papers

Which historic document supported ratification of the U.S. Constitution with a focus on the need for a strong central government with restricted powers?

• Magna Carta (1215)

• English Bill of Rights

• Mayflower Compact

• Federalist Papers